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http://dx.doi.org/10.15268/ksim.2022.10.3.221

Comparison of the Effects of Three Interventions on Back Pain and Functional Improvement in Office Workers  

Huh, Jun (Dept. of Health Science, Graduate School, Eulji University)
Jang, Woo-Jung (Dept. of Health Science, Graduate School, Eulji University)
Kim, Myung-Chul (Dept. of Physical Therapy, Eulji University)
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Journal of The Korean Society of Integrative Medicine / v.10, no.3, 2022 , pp. 221-232 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose : In this study, rectus abdominis relaxation intervention was administered to office workers who were experiencing low back pain due to sitting for extended periods of time in an incorrect posture. This study aimed to develop an effective treatment program for individuals who experience low back pain. This was done by verifying changes using the Korean Oswestry Disability Index (K-ODI) and considering kyphosis. Both factors are related to low back pain. Methods : This study included 39 office workers with low back pain. The participants were randomly assigned to three groups. 1) The functional massage and self-stretching (FAS) group (n=14). 2) The diaphragmatic breathing and self-stretching (DAS) group (n=13). 3) The self-stretching (S) group (n=12). All groups applied the intervention for 30 minutes a day, thrice a week for four weeks. All participants were evaluated using the K-ODI and thoracic kyphosis measurements before and after the intervention. Results : The findings of this study are as follows. All three groups had improved K-ODI scores after the intervention. The FAS and DAS groups showed a greater effect than the S group. However, there was no difference in effect between the FAS and DAS groups. Kyphosis was not improved in any of groups after the intervention, and there was no difference between the three groups. Conclusion : This study showed that the FAS, DAS, and S programs were effective relaxation interventions that improved the K-ODI for office workers with low back pain. The FAS and DAS programs were more effective than the S program. Therefore, it is recommended to combine relaxation and stretching of the rectus abdominis muscle for office workers who experience low back pain. Clinically, a relaxation intervention that is most appropriate for the patient, depending on his or her condition, should be.
Keywords
low back pain; office workers; rectus abdominals; relaxaion;
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